Helena School Buses Get AI Safety Cameras | Butte News

Butte News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 18, 2026 · 1m

Helena’s school buses are getting smart—equipped with AI-powered driver-facing cameras to boost safety and accountability. Installed by First Student, the district’s bus operator, these cameras monitor driver behavior and flag unsafe practices without recording students. Designed to keep drivers focused on the road, the tech integrates with existing fleet tools and is being rolled out across all buses soon. Officials see it as a proactive step to protect students during their daily commutes, joining a growing trend in school districts using similar AI systems for operational efficiency…